Well I am really pleased with myself for completing Darcy's challenges for 2011 and 2012....so got to go for the hat-trick right?
This year Darcy wants to get back into the "reading" habit, so she came up with the idea of reading a book each month, writing a brief review(eg love it or hate it and why) and using the experience to create a piece of art. LOVE THIS IDEA!!!!!
The only snag is trying to choose 12 books to read in advance. I have many many books...so this is an opportunity for me to do right by what turns out to be some pretty respected authors.
I buy books from Carboot /jumble sales and charity shops.....because I like the cover or the smell, or because they have an inscription....and on one occasion because a child had drawn in it!!! At the end of each month, I will tell the story of each book purchase, give a brief review, and show the art I made from it's inspiration.
I buy books from Carboot /jumble sales and charity shops.....because I like the cover or the smell, or because they have an inscription....and on one occasion because a child had drawn in it!!! At the end of each month, I will tell the story of each book purchase, give a brief review, and show the art I made from it's inspiration.
Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Young Enthusiasts by Elizabeth Jenkins
Warriors Without Weapons by Marcel Junod
Religio Medici and Urn Burials by Sir Thomas Browne
Scenes of a Clerical Life by George Eliot
Portrait in Sepia by Isabel Allende
Winter Stock by Sally Dubat (e-book)
New Death and Others by James Hutchings (e-book)
Love Hate and The World Goes On by Katherine Rochholtz (e-book)
Some are novels, some are observational and some are collections of short stories and poems. I have 3 more books to add to my list...but am holding off as Sally Dubat's novel is the second in a series of 8 and she hasn't published the rest yet(and I will be reading them as they are released) :D Hope that's ok with you Darcy :D
Enjoy :D XXX
I couldn't choose all 12 either. :) It will be interesting to read all of the reviews. I have Alice in Wonderland and couldn't finish it. I think I wasn't in a mood or I'm too old for it. Lol! We'll see what Gina says. :)
ReplyDeleteOoooh these look like proper old school books, I bet they smell lovely :) I look forward to seeing what you think of them
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining in again Gina, my dear,dear friend. I am blessed to have you in my life and hope to see you again soon. x
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great project to be involved in. Look forward to hearing your reviews. Happy New Year, Gina. hugs, Donna
ReplyDeleteOh the old books look really interesting Gina, can't wait to read the reviews and I love Alice in Wonderland!
ReplyDeleteLooks a really unusual and interesting list - I love old books from car boots, they have a history, particularly if a name or dedication or library ticket is included.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like being an interesting reading year.
Love your list Gina....I'm still having trouble deciding on my books!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year.
Hugs xx
I think I've read only two books of your pile and am really looking forward to your reviews. Nothing better than a good story to add to the pile! ♥
ReplyDeleteNice list Gina! Looking forward to your unique mix of art and words :)
ReplyDeleteThat's the problem! I flicked through looked at the pictures but never actually read the books! Sad thing is I have about 20 more too!
ReplyDeleteOoh, I haven't read any of those books - looking forward to seeing what you think of them.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like great fun Gina, Good luck and I am looking forward to find out more about your book choices.
ReplyDeleteMay 2013 bring you everything you could wish for yourself and more.
hugs {brenda} x0x
Looking forward to hearing about these books. I have only read one on your list: Alice in Wonderland.
ReplyDeleteYou are going to be a busy girl! Can't wait to see everything you create and hearing about all the books!
ReplyDeleteYou have a very interesting and varied list, Gina. I love old books too, it is the feel of the paper or something! Looking forward to your reviews.
ReplyDeleteJanet xx
Oh I love all these old books. Happy reading. A xx
ReplyDeleteInteresting collection of books, looking forward to this, such a different challenge.
ReplyDeleteJen x
interesting collection Gina, looking forward to your reviews x
ReplyDeleteGaaaargh! Just typed out a really long comment and lost it! Short version... Love the smell of old books, haven't heard of any of them apart from Alice... which I haven't read yet. Looking forward to your reviews :-)
ReplyDeleteLOL your list is short some and mine is too long! Opposite Gina vibes :) Your book selection looks really interesting!
ReplyDelete...there will be balance in the universe lol
DeleteThat's a fabulous challenge, looking forward to your reviews. I only read Alice in Wonderland, all the others are unknown. The only time I'm reading books is during summer... sitting in the garden ;) During the other months I'm stamping, knitting and sewing....
ReplyDeleteA really interesting selection of books, they certainly will be fun to read. Preloved books are always good to have on our shelves.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your reviews.
A fascinating selection. I love old books. I have only read a part of Alice In Wonderland. Isn't it amazing how we somehow miss these absolute classics!
ReplyDeleteooh books and stories can't wait, I hope i can be better at stickign with it this year... dxxx
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful books, I've only read Alice in Wonderland out of these. Looking forward to your reviews.
ReplyDeleteHere I am doing another of Darcy's challenges ;) keeping fingers crossed I will keep it up this year. All good intentions.
ReplyDeleteIt had crossed my mind to read my father's old books and looking at yours has made me feel I should have.
ManonXx
Read Alice in Wonderland many moons ago. Haven't read the others so look forward to yoy reviews... and art!
ReplyDeleteLovely reading list Gina... and yes... love pre loved books... especially with an inscription... looking forward to hearing more about your books...
ReplyDeleteJenny ♥
it sounds like you have some wonderful reading ahead of you this year. i would love to revisit alice in wonderland - such an escape!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I can't see the links on Darcy's blog, she sent them to me so I could visit before the big day on the 25th. I look forward to reading your take on each of these books, including Alice. It's good to "meet" you.
ReplyDelete